What does it mean to dream of a flood? Is dreaming about a flood good or bad? Dreams about floods can have real-life impacts and reactions, as well as the dreamer's subjective imagination. Please read the detailed explanation of dreaming about floods organized by the Zhougong Dream Interpretation website below.
Like the great flood in the Bible, floods often symbolize death and destruction; but they also bring new life, indicating a fresh start, and are often seen as symbols of new beginnings.
Dreaming of your home being swept away by a flood suggests that there may be disputes among family members, possibly stemming from issues between your parents. At this time, you should control your temper, avoid being willful, and help to facilitate family communication.
Dreaming of a flood submerging a house indicates that you may feel overwhelmed by school, work, family, or some kind of relationship.
If you dream of a flood overwhelming houses and people panicking while you remain calm and possibly take control of the situation, such a dream indicates your desire to take on responsibilities or that you feel your leadership abilities are not being adequately recognized.
Dreaming of rushing from afar to see a flood suggests that you are making a great effort to solve a current problem and already have some ideas on how to resolve it.
Dreaming of falling into a flood indicates that there may be a crisis in your emotional life.
In general, dreaming of a flood may suggest illness or unhappiness in marriage, so pay attention to your health.
A businessperson dreaming of a raging flood is a reminder to be cautious about potential business losses.
A young woman dreaming of a flood signifies a fear of relationships (marriage); in your dream, relationships (marriage) are symbolized by the flood.
A farmer dreaming of a flood in the river signifies a bountiful harvest.
Original Version of Zhougong's Dream Interpretation
Floods signify wealth. 'Zhougong's Dream Interpretation'
Dream of a flood. This dreamer will have abundant wealth and success in their endeavors; the sick will recover; litigants will be surprised; those living near rivers or seas should beware of flooding. 'Menglin Xuanjie'
Dream of a flood. Success in endeavors and abundant wealth. Illness indicates weakness; litigation indicates surprise. Those living near rivers or seas should beware of flooding. It also indicates the possibility of thieves or military conflict. 'Duanmeng Mishou'
Psychological Dream Interpretation
Dream Interpretation: Floods cause fear, so floods in dreams often symbolize the release of powerful forces. They generally represent repressed or unconscious emotions that you need to clear to make progress. If you dream of being in a flood, it means you feel overwhelmed by these emotions. If you dream of observing the flood, it symbolizes contemplation. Dreams about floods often also symbolize depression.
Psychological Analysis: If you find it difficult to express yourself verbally, dreams about floods provide a suitable way to deal with fear and anxiety.
Spiritual Symbolism: One cycle ends, and another new cycle begins. Past sorrows and emotional troubles will intensify. Your mind will become clearer, and the road ahead will be smooth.